Parsley is a diuretic, and can reduce blood pressure and promote healthy kidney function.

Parsley can be used to relieve itching, pain and swelling from insect bites. Just rub the leaves directly onto the affected area.

Just ten sprigs of parsley provide 556 micrograms of lutein and zeaxanthin for healthy eyes, 505 micrograms of the beta-carotene, 164 micrograms of vitamin K and 842 IUs of vitamin A.

You can add chopped parsley to salads, soups, vegetables, dips, gravies, juices, and smoothies. You can even add it to your dog’s food a few times a week to freshen breath and give them the healthy benefits of parsley.

Pregnant women should not consume excessive amounts of parsley, as it may stimulate uterine contractions.

So the next time you see some parsley on your plate, you’ll know it’s not just a garnish!

We tend to forget that happiness doesn’t come as a result of getting something we don’t have, but rather of recognizing and appreciating what we do have. -Frederick Keonig